A Ferguson Grant is for the construction, purchase, alteration or renovation of a building or buildings within the Diocese of Toronto for use as a home for aged men or women. Any such home shall be under the direct or indirect management of the Incorporated Synod of the Diocese of Toronto.
Guidelines:
Ferguson Grants fall under the jurisdiction of the Trusts Committee.
Application Form / Checklist:
- Click the link to download the Ferguson Grant application form.
- Consult with your Area Bishop.
- Your application should include
- a completed form with signatures of the Incumbent and Churchwardens of the Parish
- a letter of support from the Area Bishop
- a copy of the Vestry Meeting Resolution giving approval in this matter
- a copy of audited Financial Statements for the body operating the facility
- Submit the application to Wendy Pearson, Property Resources, for processing.
Timelines:
Complete application packages must be received at least one (1) week prior to the Trusts Committee meeting date (meeting dates are available on the Trusts Committee web page). If a grant is approved, parishes are typically notified in writing within one (1) week of the Trusts Committee meeting. Depending on the timing of receipt of a parish’s complete application package, it can take approximately 30 days for a decision to be reached.
FAQs:
For more information, contact Wendy Pearson, Property Resources Specialist, at 416-363-6021, ext. 245 (1-800-668-8932).